We’ve designed our frameless systems for minimal maintenance, although with any aluminium product it will need a level of cleaning.
With this in mind we’ve put together a guideline to help you maintain our balustrade systems.
In areas where the aluminium is in the direct influence of; salt water, industrial chemical plants, blast furnaces or other aggressive emission sources the aluminium should be cleaned at least every three months. In a relatively cleaner environment every six months, even in interior locations to limit discoloration through grime, smoke and other deposits aluminium should be cleaned at least every year.
At the installation stage;
- Grease marks, dirt or mastic spillage may be removed using white spirit or an approved solvent which will not adversely affect the anodised finish. DO NOT use aggressive abrasive materials such as wire wool.
- It is recommended that all cut bar ends, mitres, butt joints & drill holes should be coated with an air drying primer/corrosion inhibitor, to provide protection against the initiation of corrosion where the aluminium is exposed especially in coastal locations.
- Installers should take maximum care during assembly, transit & fitting, not to damage the anodised coating.
On an ongoing basis the frequency of cleaning relates directly to the decorative standard which the owner wishes to maintain and also the particular environment where the balustrade is fitted;
- Wash down with clean warm water containing a non alkaline liquid detergent (in a concentration which can be handled safely with bare hands) using a non abrasive cloth, sponge or soft bristle brush.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water
- Dry using a soft cloth or leather
- For extra protection a wax polish can be applied once or twice a year, again polishing with a soft cloth.